CBSE Academic XII STD Dance Sample Question Paper 2016 – 17

Name of the Board : CBSE Academic
Class : XII STD
Document Type : Sample Question Paper
Subject : Dance
Year : 2016 – 2017

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Dance Sample Question Paper :

Sub Code : 057
One Theory Paper : 3 hrs.
Total Marks : 30

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General Instructions :
** Please write down the serial number of the question before attempting it.
Bharatanatyam :
1. Describe in brief the history and repertoire of Kuchipudi. Mention two items from the repertoire that are similar in name in the Bharatanatyam recital. 4+1

2. Give a brief account of the life history and the contribution of one of the following 5
a. Rukmini Devi Arundale
b. Tanjore Quartet

3. Which chapter of the Abhinaya Darpan deal with gestures of the hand and feet? Name the slokas relating to pre-performance preparation. 2+3

4. Give short notes on the following: 2½ + 2½
a. Lokadharmi and Natyadharmi
b. Sancharibhava and Sthayibhava

5. Write the definitions of the following: 1+1+1+1+1
a. Korvai
b. Shollu
c. Jaati
d. Taalanga
e. Arangetram

6. Write a korvai of two avartanam in Aditalam using adavu syllables. 5

Kathak :
Sub Code : 056
1. Write a brief life history of any one of the following 5
a. Pandit Birju Maharaj
b. Sitara Devi
2. Name the two major texts referred to for Kathak. Give a brief account of the characterization of each. 5
3. Define the term ABHINAYA. Give a brief description of Vachika and Angika Abhinaya in Kathak. 1+4
4. Name the three Gharanas of Kathak. Give a brief description of the Gharana followed by you. 1½ + 3½

5. Define the term Rasa. Describe the major aspect of any two of the following: 2½ + 2½
(a) Veera
(b) Veebhatsa
(c) Hasya

6. Write short notes on any two of the following: 2½ + 2½
(a) Amod
(b) Paran
(c) Gatmikas
(d) Toda/Tukda

Manipuri :
Sub Code : 060
General instructions :
** Attempt any six questions.
** Each question carries equal marks.
** Please write down the serial number of the question before attempting it.

1. Why Bharata wrote Natya Shastra? What was the occasion? When it was performed and who were the performer?

2. Name one of the most popular Sanskrit books of poems used in almost all the classical dances of India. Give an example of Manipuri dance.
3. What is Vasant Ras Leela of Manipuri? Explain the basic theme of their leela?
4. What kind of dance is used in the Manipuri Mala Sankeitan? Explain in detail.

5. What is the basic characteristic of Manipuri dance movements and stances?
6. Name the musical instruments traditionally used in Manipuri dance explain their specific use with examples.
7. Explain in detail the costumes of Radha and Krishna in Manipuri dance.

Odissi :
Sub Code : 059
General instructions:
** Please write down the serial number of the question before attempting it.
** Each question carries equal marks.

1. Name all the nine Rasas. Write short notes on any four Rasas. 5
2. Write short notes on Aharya of Odissi. 5
3. What is the difference between Tandav and Lasya and Lokdharmi and Natyadharmi. 5

4. Describe the four aspects of Abhinay. 5
a. Angika
b. Vacchika
c. Aharya
d. Sattvik

5. Write a brief history of Oddissi Dance with reference to archeological evidences. 5

6. Write notation of learnt item Battu or Sthayi. 5
OR
What do you know about Chhau Dance. Describe the three styles of Chhau Dance.
a. Mauyurbhanj
b. Scraikella
c. Purulia

Subject : Carnatic Music
Sub Code : 032
Time allowed : 03 hours
Maximum Marks : 30
Melodic Instrumental Theory :
Instructions :
1) Answer any five of the following questions.
2) Question nos. 1 & 2 are compulsory.
3) All questions carry equal marks.

1. Write in notation the pallavi ad anupallavi of a kriti set in suddha madhyama Janya Raga.
2. Describe the lakshanas of any two of the following Ragas
(a) Nata
(b) Surati
(c) Sri

3. Compare and contrast the musical form Padam and Javali.
4. Briefly explain the construction and playing techniques of instruments used in Vocal concerts.
5. Evaluate the value of Lakshana Grantha.
6. Estimate the contribution of Dwaram Venkataswamy Naidu or Mysore Doraiswamy Jyengar to Carnatic Instrumental Music.

7. Write short notes on any three of the following
(a) Bhashanga Ragas
(b) Tanam
(c) Eduppu
(d) Javali

Vocal Theory :
Sub Code : 031
1. Give in notation the pallavi and anupallavi with minimum four sangatis of a Kriti set in Purvikalyani or Ritigaula Raga.
2. Describe the lakshanas with suitable sancharas in any two upanga Janya ragas from the syllabus.
3. Evaluate the contribution to Carnatic Music in any one of the following grantha.

4. Explain any three musical forms figuring in dance and music concerts.
5. What is a Janya Raga. Illustrate your answer in detail with examples.
6. Mysore Vasudevachav’s contribution to Carnatic Music is unique. Substantiate your views.

7. Write short notes on any three of the following:
(a) Vakra Ragas
(b) Dasa Vidha Gamakas
(c) Jaati
(d) Veena

Percussion Instrumental :
Code No : 033
1. Notate a short Mohra and Korvai for a Misrachapu or Khanda chapu tala.
2. Evaluate he contribution of chaturdandi Prakasika with special reference to tala.
3. Explain the life sketch and contribution of Palani Subramanya Pillai to the art of Mridangam.

4. Describe the following
(a) Shadangas
(b) Trikalam
(c) Tiruppugazh Talas
(d) Teka

5. Classify percussion instruments and describe any two upapauua vadhya’s construction and techniques.
6. Explain the role of Tani avartanam in a Carnatic Music concert.

7. Write short notes on any three of the following
(a) Kaalapramaanam
(b) Ghumki
(c) Choru-Vaaru
(d) Gettu Vadhyam